Senior Strategic Pricing Analyst
Location: US, IL, Chicago 
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Industry: Food & Beverages

Company profile:
Pricing Recruiters is the leading global resource for the procurement, vetting and placement of qualified, pricing and profitability professionals worldwide.  We understand and hold appreciation for the unique needs and demands of today’s employers and job seekers who work within the pricing discipline across all levels and industries.  Through our insightful knowledge of pricing in over 5 offices in 4 key international markets we hold an active candidate database of over 4,000 candidates from senior analyst to executive leadership.  Contact one of our recruitment consultants today to learn how we can help position your pricing team for success through strategic recruitment and team buildin

Job description:
Position SummaryReporting to the Director of Revenue Management the Strategic Pricing Analyst supports the Strategic Pricing Team initiatives related to corporate, category and business strategies involving investments in base and promotional pricing. Contribute to the generation of critical insights and recommendations through acquisition, synthesis and distribution of internal and third party data. Provides analytical support to the Strategic Pricing Team, Customer Marketing and Field Sales teams through participation in internal and external initiatives.

Requirements:
Essential Duties &amp; ResponsibilitiesManages acquisition and leads the validation and synthesis of internal and third party pricing related data including syndicated data providers and external consultantsDevelops insights and flags competitive actions for internal &amp; external clients and communicates in a concise, effective mannerTeam player and contributor on departmental projects and initiativesMonitors &amp; tracks competitive pricing, promotional activities and commodity impacts by PPG, by key customerPrimary interface between organization and IRI for pricing related data and reportingEvolves profile as a thought leader amongst peer team in the pricing and revenue management spaceExpert &amp; Power User for PTA toolLI-KV1QualificationsBachelors Degree required; MBA preferred2 - 4+ years relevant experience in customer/trade marketing, sales, marketing &amp; sales analytics, or category management in the CPG industrySyndicated Data experience IRI, AC Nielsen, etc.Excellent organizational and communication skillsExcellent planning and project management skillsStrong Excel and data manipulation skillsExcellent analytical and problem solving skillsAbility to strategically influence*_Hillshire Brands focuses on providing meat-centric food products that satisfy consumer appetites and offer exceptional quality and value. The flagship brands of our reinvigorated company include Ball Park, Gallo Salame, Hillshire Farm, Jimmy Dean and State Fair. In addition, the company produces the well-loved Sara Lee frozen desserts. The Hillshire Brands foodservice division serves our portfolio of products to restaurants, schools, convenience stores, healthcare facilities, hospitality venues and other food service operations. Collectively, these brands generate approximately $4 billion in revenue as they touch millions of consumers in North #URL_aec7f8e2e64f70985b50aa0a51eac63ea1fa0d8346b1e0b1f5f47df561814fc9#***_ _***_At Hillshire Brands, we believe that careers are as unique as individuals. That''s why we offer employment opportunities that give you ownership of your career. All employees have a voice, and your ideas are valued. As an employee of the company, your individual contributions will make a significant impact on our overall success. Our organization benefits from the passion of individuals working together, so as an employee of Hillshire Brands you will have an opportunity to further develop your skills, gain new experiences and build new #URL_5edde5be19bdc3a1e5829f9af0cccf6647a3c8ab07361ae5c816430bb4f6a710#***_ _***_Hillshire Brands is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and maintains a Drug-Free #URL_a4c351250a29d5809cb289018681a79166486d2a377315be3025cb6d110cae72#***_EOE-M/F/Vet/Disability_**Job:* Sales &amp; Sales SupportPrimary Location:* US-IL-ChicagoSchedule:* Full-timeEducation Level:Bachelor''s DegreeJob Level:* Individual ContributorReq ID:* 19512

Benefits:
The Hillshire Brands Company (NYSE: HSH) is a leader in branded foods. The company generated approximately $4 billion in annual sales in fiscal 2013, has more than 9,000 employees, and is based in Chicago. Hillshire Brands’ portfolio includes iconic brands such as Jimmy Dean, Ball Park, Hillshire Farm, State Fair, Sara Lee frozen bakery and Chef Pierre pies, as well as artisanal brands Aidells, Gallo Salame and Golden Island premium jerky. For more information on the company, please visit #URL_b45c9ce1c8da346db00a15e33a6db3540e0a20de194710b8cc278535d8ec609e#. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer